“When he opened the seventh seal, there was silence in heaven for about half an hour.” (Revelation 8:1)

     At this point, God’s holiness and authority is firmly established.  It might seem odd that 30 minutes of silence occurs, but this silence is an opportunity for people to repent before the next series of plagues.  30 minutes is a very short period of time, but it underscores the need to repent, to not put it off until tomorrow, or whenever. 

     The church today carries a message of mercy and opportunity for repentance to the world.  Although we are not living through the Tribulation, we still have chaos and despair all around us that serve as opportunities to share who God is in a hurting world.  The time is now to use those opportunities.

Prayer: Dear Lord, I know that the world needs you.  Give me the courage to share with those who are hurting and in need of a Savior.  In Jesus’ name, Amen.